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$138+ Cheap flights from California to Dayton (DAY)

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LAX — DAY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from California to Dayton

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Dayton flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$138
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$492
From California to Dayton
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Cheapest flights from California to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:55 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/251:49 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:16 amSAN - DAY
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:38 amDAY - SAN
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/110:35 pmLAS - DAY
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Tue 7/82:29 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:01 pmLAX - DAY
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1411:42 amDAY - LAX
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:59 pmONT - DAY
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Wed 9/243:55 pmDAY - ONT
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2612:52 pmSAN - DAY
2 stops7h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/911:42 amDAY - SAN
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/239:40 amLAS - DAY
2 stops9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/276:46 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:00 amRNO - DAY
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:46 pmDAY - RNO
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1212:16 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Tue 8/196:00 amDAY - SMF
2 stops10h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/10$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/126:10 amSFO - DAY
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/75:01 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/126:05 amLAX - DAY
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/146:23 pmDAY - LAX
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2411:59 pmFAT - DAY
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/112:50 pmDAY - FAT
2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Dayton that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Dayton that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Dayton

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/22

11:55 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Dayton

Mon 8/25

1:49 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$289

Las VegasDayton

LAS - DAY

LASDAY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/1

10:35 pm-10:31 am

1 stop8h 56m

Dayton

Tue 7/8

2:29 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$289

Los AngelesDayton

LAX - DAY

LAXDAY

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

2:01 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Dayton

Tue 10/14

11:42 am-5:03 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$289

San DiegoDayton

SAN - DAY

SANDAY

San Diego

Thu 8/21

6:16 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Dayton

Sun 8/24

6:38 am-10:39 am

1 stop7h 01m

$289

OntarioDayton

ONT - DAY

ONTDAY

Ontario

Tue 9/16

10:59 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 26m

Dayton

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$289

San DiegoDayton

SAN - DAY

SANDAY

San Diego

Tue 8/26

12:52 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 52m

Dayton

Tue 9/9

11:42 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$294

Las VegasDayton

LAS - DAY

LASDAY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/23

9:40 am-9:48 pm

2 stops9h 08m

Dayton

Wed 8/27

6:46 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$294

RenoDayton

RNO - DAY

RNODAY

Reno

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-9:04 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Dayton

Mon 8/18

6:46 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$294

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

12:16 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Dayton

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$302

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

6:10 am-5:08 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Dayton

Sun 9/7

5:01 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from California to Dayton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Dayton

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dayton?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from California to Dayton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Dayton as you normally would.

Rainfall in Dayton by month

Plan your trip to Dayton by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dayton ranges from 2.2 - 4.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Dayton when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Dayton by month

Plan your trip to Dayton by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dayton, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dayton. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from California to Dayton. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Dayton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dayton from California?

    Most people fly into Dayton (DAY) if they book a flight to Dayton from California. Dayton is conveniently located just 10.0 mi from Dayton’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Dayton one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $180 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $189 and American Airlines from $190 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Dayton?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Dayton, San Francisco - Dayton or Ontario - Dayton when deciding on the best route from California to Dayton.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Dayton that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Dayton flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Dayton?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Dayton.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Dayton?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Dayton by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dayton?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from California to Dayton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from California to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Dayton. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$264Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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